Runco VX-44D RS-232 Controller, Connection, Connecting 12-Volt, Trigger Outputs to, Equipment

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Installation

RS-232 Controller ➤

Use a straight-through, 9-pin RS-232 cable to connect a PC or home theater

Connection

control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 Control port on the DHD Controller;

 

see Figure 3-13.

 

 

 

 

 

For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on

 

page 89.

 

 

 

 

 

5

4

3

2

1

 

 

 

TRIGGERS

 

 

 

 

1

2

3

IR

Pb

Pr

Y

S-Video 1

 

 

 

Component Video

Video

S-Video 2

RS-232 Out

RS-232 Control

9 8 7 6

2Transmit Data

3Receive Data

5Ground

(none of the other pins are used)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

to Automation/

 

 

 

Control System

 

 

 

or PC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 3-13. RS-232 Control System Connection

Connecting 12-Volt ➤

If your VX-44d/-55d is equipped with a CineWide with AutoScope system, connect the

Trigger Outputs to

AutoScope lens motor to a 12-volt trigger output on the DHD Controller; see Figure 3-14.

External Theater

Similarly connect other 12-volt trigger-activated equipment (such as retractable screens or

Equipment

screen masks) to the other trigger outputs.

 

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Contents VX-44d VX-55d Page TWO Year Limited Warranty For Projectors, Video Processors and ControllersEffective Warranty Date Runco INTERNATIONAL, INC Safety Precautions Table of Contents Install Projector Stand CineWide with AutoScope, Floor-Mount Operation Maintenance and TroubleshootingSpecifications Serial CommunicationsTable of Contents List of Figures Xii About This Manual Significance. They also provide supplemental information Using This ManualCertain features Degrade performance or cause a malfunctionDescription, Features and Benefits Format screenOptional Accessories VX-44d/-55d at a Glance VX-44d/-55d Top/Rear/Front ViewVX-44d/-55d Input Panel Ethernet RemoteInput 1 Rgbhv VX-44d/-55d Rear-Panel Keypad Down Button UP ButtonLeft Button Right ButtonIR Sensor DHD Controller Front PanelRunco Icon Vacuum Fluorescent DisplayMenu Button Outputs 1. Hdmi OUT DHD Controller Rear PanelComposite Video Input RS-232 Control Port Main Power SwitchRS-232 Output Main AC FuseVX-44d/-55d Remote Control Unit DHD Controller/VX-44d/-55d Remote ControlEnter IR Output IndicatorLight ISF DAY CinemaISF Night CustInstallation Remote ControlInstallation specialist Quick SetupInstallation Overview Step Procedure For Details, Refer toInstallation Type Installation ConsiderationsProjector Installation Options Ambient LightVX-44d/-55d Lens Options and Throw Ratios Vertical and Horizontal Ceiling InstallationFloor Installation PositionHorizontal Lens Shift Example only Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Limits Folded Optics Installing the Projection Lens Lens Assembly Front ViewAutoScope or Base Plate Installing the Optional CineWide Lens MountFixed CineWide Are both fully assembled AutoScope stand used for floor-mounted projector Mounting VX-44d/-55dConnecting the VX-44d/-55d to the DHD Controller Connections to VX-44d/-55d and DHD ControllerController Connecting SourceComponents to the DHD Hdmi Connections See FigureDigital DTV RGB or Component Video Connections See Figure 10. Digital DTV RGB or Component Video ConnectionsAnalog Computer RGB Connections See Figure Personal ComputerComposite/S-Video/Component Video Connections See Figure DVD Player, VCR Satellite Receiver Laser Disc etcConnection Connecting 12-VoltRS-232 Controller Trigger Outputs to14. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs Connecting an External IR Receiver to the DHD ControllerBuilt-in IR sensor on the DHD Controller is disabled Input voltage to the AutoScope lens motor must be betweenTurning on the Power Component SD Ntsc 480i 169Vx44/55Adjusting the Picture Orientation Primary Lens Adjustments Focus Zoom Vertical and Horizontal Lens ShiftInstalling and Adjusting the CineWide Anamorphic Lens It is extremely important that the primary lens is properlyHorizontal Position X Adjustment Configure Lens MotorAdjust the Anamorphic Trigger CineWide withInstallation Anamorphic Lens Top View GeometryWrong Position Calibrating Projector Input 2 DVI 16. TheaterMaster Remote Control for VX-44d/-55d MainTheaterMaster Remote Control FunctionsChannel Setup Are disabledNavigating the Projector Menus 4x3 nt PDigIDig Lbx ntAuto Setup Channel Edit NameAnamorphic lens in the light path, the aspect ratio is Size and Position MenuTechnical Support Installation Picture Quality Menu Adjust Pixel Tracking before Pixel PhaseValues shown represent where the approximate center Recommended see belowBack Porch There must be at least two consecutive white pixels present Uncheck this item before exiting this menuWhite Balance Pre Calibration 256 Auto Color EnableClipping Detector Color Enable Red 256To using LumaCal Installation MenuReadjust when absolutely necessary LumaCal lamp calibration takes approximately two minutesPower cycles Working With the Lamp Originally expected may no longer be possibleIntensity value is not the actual lumen output, but rather a More easily maintained as the lamp ages Using the On-Screen Menus OperationInput Source ISF PresetsService Aspect RatioInput Source Main MenuAspect Ratio Aspect Ratio Settings Remote Aspect Ratio Control Description KeyCinema Picture Picture Brightness Contrast Color Tint SharpnessTypical Pluge Pattern for Adjusting Brightness Gray Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue Gray Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue Input Position ResolutionInput Position Left/Right Up/Down Width Height Overscan Information ISF PresetsISF Presets ISF Night ISF Day Custom Save Factory Default Information Serial Number Hardware Firmware 0100.023A DateCalibration You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menuShould be used by ISF-certified technicians only Operation You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu ServiceInput Names Restore Composite Video Component SD Do not change the Type setting in this menu Vertical Keystone CorrectionHD/RGB 1 and HD/RGB 2 Color Space Select Auto, RGB or YUV ADC Bandwidth Auto YPbPr Input ResolutionAuto Operation Operation Lamp and Filter Replacement Removing the Lamp DoorRemoving the Lamp Lamp S/N Lamp Message Lamp Limit Lamp Mode Power Intensity147 RVRLens Replacement Removing the Primary LensTroubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting TipsSymptom Possible Causes Solution Configure Lens Motor Error Codes VX-44d/-55d Error CodesCode Description General Power and Cooling Code Description Lamp FailuresBuilt-In Keypad Code Description Tipm Image ProcessorPanel Driver and Formatter Code Description Miscellaneous Serial Command Syntax RS-232 Connection and Port ConfigurationSerial Commands Aspect Ratio Commands Image Preset Commands Output Shift Commands Bkgnd Command Parameter Value Min/max Enter keyVX-44d/-55d Specifications VX-44d/-55d SpecificationsPower Requirements VX-44d Home Theater Calibration SpecificationsIndustry-Standard Specifications DimensionsLimited Warranty Specifications are subject to change without noticeDHD Controller Specifications DHD Controller SpecificationsVX-44d/-55d Dimensions VX-44d/-55d Dimensions100 Runco VX-44d/-55d Owner’s Operating Manual Page RUMA-011195 Rev 02-01-07 Runco CL-810 Owner’s Operating Manual
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